Principal Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist
Relocation assistance is not available. Travel is required, up to 10% of the time.
About the role
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage, and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way.
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.
Responsibilities
- Source and procure specialized goods and services
- Own contractual management of the supplier
- Responsible for source selection from contract proposal to execution phases
- Coordinate and collaborate with key stakeholders such as contracts, engineering, quality, supplier development, planning, operations, program, and end-users
- Develop subcontract specifications, work statements, and terms and conditions for the procurement of specialized materials, equipment, and/or services
- Prepare Request for Proposal package, analyze and evaluate proposals, negotiate subcontract provisions, select or recommend subcontractors, write awards, and administer resulting subcontracts
- In conjunction with the quality organization, evaluate and monitor supplier quality and reliability, as well as supplier ability to support required delivery schedules
- Identify strategies and opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency, and manage risk through strategic and targeted negotiations
- Manage performance of subcontracts, ensure compliance with all public law requirements as well as company (and business) policies and procedures including import/export regulations
- Employ sound business practices and assess supplier performance as part of follow-up activities
- Ensure that appropriate documentation is provided to logistics/transportation & warehouse organization so that proper receipt is recorded
- Manage and develop strategic/key suppliers
- Review and approve supplier payment as needed
- Utilize process tools such as Lean Six Sigma with suppliers to drive quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree and 5+ years of experience in government contracting or Master’s Degree and 3+ years of government contracting experience (9 years of relevant government procurement experience may be considered in lieu of a degree)
- Familiarity with FAR provisions and Global Supply Chain policies and procedures
- Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance (US Citizenship required)
- Experience with cradle-to-grave subcontract administration
- Experience preparing subcontractor Request for Proposal (RFP) packages in support of the acquisition process
- Experience providing accurate supplier invoice and accrual forecasting
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s Degree
- Experience managing major subcontracts
- Experience managing various subcontract types (Firm Fixed Price, Cost Plus Incentive or Fixed Fee, Time & Material, Labor Hour, IDIQ, etc.)
Benefits
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Health Plan
- Savings Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Education Assistance
- Training and Development
- 9/80 Work Schedule (where available)
Pay
Primary level salary range: $81,400.00 - $122,000.00. The above salary range represents a general guideline; Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills, and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.